Animation BA(Hons)

University of Brighton

United Kingdom, Brighton

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University of Brighton

United Kingdom , Brighton

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

W615

Campuses

Brighton- City campus

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines12-Jan-2026

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 17,250 / year

Next Intake 12-Jan-2026

Animation BA(Hons)

About

Become a highly skilled animator ready for a rewarding creative career on this practice-based Animation degree course.

You will learn screen-based 2D and 3D animation, as well as motion graphics, title sequences, narrative and video editing for promotional design, infographics and music promotion.

We place an emphasis on creative and imaginative outcomes and embrace alternative and innovative approaches to construction, visualisation and interaction.

Our connections with local media organisations mean there are exciting opportunities available for work experience, field trips, collaboration and live projects.

Our BA(Hons) Animation degree course enables you to become a skilled practitioner in animation. Interested in this course? Find out more

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Foundation diploma
A foundation diploma is not a requirement for entry – it is just one of a range of qualifications (for example, A-level, BTEC or Access diploma) that is accepted for admission to the course. A-levels or BTEC
Entry requirements are in the range of A-level BBB–BCC (120–104 UCAS Tariff points), or BTEC Extended Diploma DDM–MMM. You will be considered if your predicted grades fall within this range, but any offer will be made based on assessment of your portfolio. International Baccalaureate
30 points, with three subjects at Higher level. Access to HE Diploma
Pass with 60 credits overall. At least 45 credits at level 3, with 24 credits at merit or above. Foundation degree/HND
May enable you to start the course in year 2. Direct entry to year 3: foundation degree or DipHE in related subject, or practical experience. Studied before or got relevant experience?
A qualification, HE credits, or relevant experience may count towards your course at Brighton, and could mean that you do not have to take some elements of the course or can start in year 2 or 3. English language requirements
IELTS 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. Find out more about the other English qualifications that we accept.

English Program Requirements

English language requirements
IELTS 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. Find out more about the other English qualifications that we accept.

Career

Careers

What can I do with an Animation degree?

When you graduate you will be qualified to work in industries such as advertising, events, television, games, theatre and film in roles including:

animator
illustrator
motion graphics designer
creative media producer
content creator
digital artist
VFX artist.

This animation degree also opens up postgraduate study options.

At Brighton, for example, you could progress on to our Sequential Design/Illustration MA.

Professional advice and support

Outside of your course, our Careers Service is here to support you as you discover (and re-discover) your strengths and what matters to you. We are here for you throughout your university journey as you work towards a fulfilling and rewarding career.

Connect with our careers team

Find part-time work that you can combine with your studies.
Find, or be, a mentor or get involved with our peer-to-peer support scheme.
Develop your business ideas through our entrepreneurial support network.
Get professional advice and support with career planning, CV writing and interview top tips.
Meet potential employers at our careers fairs.
Find rewarding volunteering opportunities to help you discover more about what makes you tick, and build your CV.

Whatever your career needs, we are here to help. And that's not just while you are a student, our support carries on after you've graduated.

Find out more about our Careers Service...